Our Story
If the world can master "Schwarzenegger," they can definitely pronounce your name.
Made by Motherland was born from a simple yet powerful realization: our names carry the weight of centuries, the hopes of our ancestors, and the beauty of our cultures. Yet too often, we're asked to make them easier, shorter, more "pronounceable" for others.
Not anymore.
Where Heritage Meets Harmony
We create apparel that celebrates the richness of African culture with wit, pride, and unapologetic authenticity. Every design tells a story—whether it's surviving Nigerian parents, celebrating how Afrobeats saved our playlists, or honoring the joy that comes with names like THABO.
Our tees aren't just clothing; they're conversation starters, cultural bridges, and badges of honor for the diaspora and anyone who believes that every name, every culture, and every story deserves respect.
More Than Fashion
We're Cultural Educators. Each design comes with the stories behind it—teaching the world about Tswana meanings, Nigerian experiences, and the beautiful complexity of African life.
We're Community Builders. From Detty December committees to Afrobeats playlists, we celebrate the moments that unite us across continents.
We're Heritage Protectors. In a world that often asks us to diminish ourselves, we choose to amplify the beauty of who we are.
Our Promise
Every product is made-to-order, reducing waste and ensuring that each piece is crafted specifically for you. Because just like your name, your story deserves individual attention and respect.
When you wear Made by Motherland, you're not just wearing a t-shirt. You're wearing your pride, your story, and your connection to a culture that spans continents but never loses its roots.
From the Motherland to the World
Whether you're in Lagos or London, Gaborone or New York, Accra or Toronto—this is for you. For the ones who code-switch between languages, who explain their names with patience and pride, who carry their heritage like a crown.
Because the world learned to say "Schwarzenegger."
They can learn to say your name too.
Made by Motherland: Where heritage meets harmony.
Ready to wear your story? Explore our collection and find the piece that speaks to your soul.